Fire Safety

Did you know that if a fire starts in your home you may have as little as two minutes to escape? During a fire, early warning from a working smoke alarm and a practiced fire escape plan can save lives.

Red Cross Tips for Fire Safety

  • Install smoke alarms on every level of your home, inside bedrooms and outside sleeping areas
  • Test smoke alarms every month. If they’re not working, change the batteries
  • Talk with all family members about a fire escape plan and practice the plan twice a year
  • If a fire occurs in your home, get out, stay calm, and call for help. Never go back inside for anything or anyone

Review this home fire preparedness checklist from the Red Cross to ensure you are practicing safety to prevent fires within your home and are prepared for an emergency.

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home fire preparedness checklist